Sponsored Content: #SeeMyRun Germany

New Balance’s #SeeMyRun project features runners from around the world, spotlighting their favorite running routes and personal inspirations. Get a taste of what it’s like to run in Ulm, Germany, by stepping into Kim Loose’s shoes.

The running culture here is huge. There are always people running, cycling, in-line skating…I got to know most of my best friends from running clubs. We train together, we have ups and downs together. The city is like a big sporty family.

Favorite runs

To the Muenster of Ulm: It’s the tallest church in Europe. You don’t realize how big it is until you get right up close.

Through the forest: The south of Germany has the most beautiful forests and mountains, especially in autumn when the leaves turn.

On the Danube: I like to run there because there are always people doing sports next to the river, so it’s easy to motivate yourself while you run.

New Balance

The Dream Run

A few months ago, Sebastian Kienle [Team New Balance Triathlete] won the [triathlon] World Championship. It was emotional for me because he’s also German and it’s my sport. I’d love to do this at least once, because it’s THE triathlon in the world. It’s my big game.

Running, the universal language

The beautiful thing about running is that it connects worlds. In school, I did a one-year exchange in Mexico. I couldn’t speak a word of Spanish, but running in a Mexican sports team was like speaking their language.

I think because you can run anywhere, running connects people everywhere. You are not alone, you motivate each other. You almost feel like you’re on a big team. I really like this camaraderie.

New Balance

Fresh Foam Zante in 3 words

Light. Dynamic. Perfect.

First impressions

Out of the box: After university today I felt so tired. But when I started running with the Fresh Foam Zante I instantly got my energy back. I felt so alive and happy! It’s super light and fits perfectly. I was just flying.

After a few runs: After just three runs I can already say it’s my new favorite shoe. It is well cushioned and at the same time so fast. It’s also super eye-catching, everyone on the street is asking me where I got it.

Feeling Fresh Foam

The evolution: The first Fresh Foam 980 felt great to run in because it was so different from everything else. But Fresh Foam Zante is a step up. It fits more like a sock. You feel connected with the ground but it’s also so light. I love that.

The mindset: Every time I put on the Fresh Foam Zante now, I picture Sebastian Kienle winning the [triathlon] World Championship, (he wears New Balance too!) It was really a big deal for me. When I put on the shoes, I feel like a world champion too.

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